Pronunciation: /snɪf/
noun a quick inhalation through the nose, especially to detect a smell
A1 The dog gave a sniff to the new visitor.
A2 She took a sniff of the flower to enjoy its fragrance.
B1 I detected a strange sniff in the air, like something burning.
B2 The detective took a sniff of the suspect's clothing for clues.
C1 The expert could identify the type of wine with just a sniff.
C2 The connoisseur gave a sniff to the aged cheese before tasting it.
verb to inhale through the nose audibly, as a dog does when it smells something
A1 The dog sniffed the ground to find a hidden treat.
A2 She sniffed the flower to enjoy its fragrance.
B1 The detective sniffed around the crime scene for clues.
B2 The chef sniffed the spices to check if they were fresh.
C1 The scientist sniffed the air for any unusual odors in the lab.
C2 The wine expert sniffed the cork to determine the quality of the wine.
formal The detective sniffed the air for any traces of the suspect's scent.
informal I saw the dog sniffing around the bushes in the park.
slang She sniffed out the best deals at the thrift store.
figurative He could sniff out a lie from a mile away.
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